This info from highly reliable, I repeat-from highly reliable source. There are three lay offs in 2018. Each one about 8-10% cut. Print my words. Again print my words.

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This week has been surprisingly calm, both at Qualcomm and on this board. I wonder if that means that we are in for one hell of a storm soon or if things are actually going to start getting better now. I'm hoping for the second, but I've worked here... — read more 

Qualcomm, Broadcomm and intel is having secret meeting to discuss the future of semiconductor industry.

OP if you're around can you post a summary of (useful) responses?

Honestly, I still believe we would have been better off if Broadcom was allowed to acquire us. ‘There will be a technology cold war between the US and China - and also between Qualcomm and Huawei’... — read more 

Will they let me keep my office chair? Is it negotiable?

Gave a couple of interviews for lead roles, consulting jobs, pay is $50 per hour. Insurance is my cost. Basically, 90k salary with no bonus, no stocks.

Apparently the layoffs are large enough to sell off all of the buildings. A broker friend of mine informed me this morning that they're all being made available for sale.

The rats are leaving the ship. Is it time to evacuate before all life jackets and life boats are taken? Titanic did not have enough life boat and thousand perished. This is the metaphor.

Or will we die one By one slow. Fingers crossed. Hoping I'm selected.

I doubt the layoff is going to be as grim as this toxic site suggests. California just posted 4 new positions as of today. Boulder still has 4 outstanding positions, one of which CANNOT be moved to any other location (as per the job desc.)

Coming up soon.

Peon= "Boy those Executives sure are stupid! Causing all this grief to us, which makes us less productive and the company to be less successful! And then they go and fire the wrong people during a layoff, instead of getting rid of those guys who do... — read more 

If I'm on the "list" will my supervisor know about it before I do?

“Absentee leaders are people in leadership roles who are psychologically absent from them. They were promoted into management, and enjoy the privileges and rewards of a leadership role, but avoid meaningful involvement with their teams. Absentee... — read more 

People are realy in panic mode here cuz the cost per capita is the highest among locations.

Some people got option to move to San diego

With all the bells and whistles around the NXP deal, I’d be curious to see what people think the realistic chances of the deal going through?

Promised 1billion savings to share holders is not easy to met unless deep cut in staff. Another lay off may be planned sooner after nxp acquisition. Be prepared for turbulence in 2018 and 2019.

Some critical groups exempted. Blame your board. At least some semiconductor companies are hiring.

https://hbr.org/2018/03/the-most-common-type-of-incompetent-leader

one of the Dir from QCT laid off today, fingers crossed.

Isn't it fun not being able to sleep on the weekend and instead repeatedly checking a page on layoffs to see if there is any news? Good times. I wish those in charge would just make a decision and tell us who will be affected. Honestly, how many of... — read more 

You might think I'm an idiot for wanting to do this but I have very good reasons for this. In fact this is a very good strategy for someone who wants to start their own business or shift to freelancing. Does QC do 1099 or Corp to Corp or is it all W2... — read more 

Is there anyone here that operates a side business? Is there anyone here that operates a side business that is related to their profession (like freelancing)?

very nice article. http://www.unz.com/imercer/when-merit-based-hiring-is-deemed-racist-bridges-fall-down/

Why they are postings new positions when there is hiring freeze? Just stop hiring and cancel the layoffs.

On a a scale of one to hostile takeover, how do you rate this week at Qualcomm? I'll be honest, I'm a little bit disappointed. There wasn't nearly enough drama. No attempts of takeover, our attempt at a takeover is hanging in the air, nobody was... — read more 

QGov recently extend offers to external candidates while company is in hiring freezes. With potential upcoming layoff, this kind of hiring is not right. (if there is an upcoming layoff, QGov's action implies that all of the layoff employees do not... — read more 

Although it is worse than last year, still a commendable reelection. http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/technology/sd-fi-qualcomm-shareholders-vote-results-20180329-story.html

San Diego : 2300 Rest of NA and Europe : 700 Asia: 400

"Right after the Meeting I am going to China to help NXP closure....." Where is the status report for the week SM?

Hey fellas. Here's tip for the job hunter. When you're onsite and have a lunch, make sure that you don't eat too much. And also make sure you eat lots of sugar. you will need it to boost your brain. Forget about diet during the interview season... — read more